Wedding Invitation Sample 4

Typically I only make 3 designs when make wedding invitation samples.  But it's been a long time since I did any paper crafting that I was on the roll to make more.  Before I go on, check out the first three designs I've made:

• Sample 1
• Sample 2
• Sample 3
  

This is just a bi-fold card with a decorative edge on the front.  Did I say I love edge punches?  I have a bunch of them, and I'm glad I do.  And this stamp by Unity is perfect for the card.

Stamps:  Unity
Edge Punches:  Martha Stewart, EK Success

The edge punched bottom fold is used as thin pocket for the inserts.  I use this technique quite often.

I have a feeling this won't be the last.  My hands are still itching.

'Til next blog!

Wedding Invitation Sample 3

I stepped outside my comfort zone and tried an unconventional approach to this design.  I was inspired by a wedding invitation we received from the UK.  And being a paper crafter that I am, I had to figure out how they made that invite.  So I can make this:  

Sentiment:  Heidi Swapp
Tools:  Martha Stewart deep edge punch, Spellbinders dies

One of my favorite tools are the deep edge punches by Martha Stewart and EK Success.  They are easy to use, and I'm glad I have a variety of them.

On the left side will be the main announcement.  Then on the right will be the inserts for other details and RSVP. 

This die by Spellbinders is perfect for this invitation.  I got it on clearance at their website.

Check out invitation 1 here and invitation 2 here.  I'm curious which card my friend will pick.

'Til next blog!

Wedding Invitation Sample 2

Last week I showed you the first invitation design I made for my friend (click here to see).  For this design, had decorative edges on the flaps, which gives it a more elegant look.  This set of embossing folders by Anna Griffin is one of my favorites.  I think I got it from HSN during one of their craft events.

Image:  Fiskars
Embossing Folder:  Anna Griffin
Dies:  Spellbinders, Sizzix

For this design, I used cardstock for the slider, instead of ribbon.  Good things long dies exist for something like this.

I used the same pocket for this card.  It works well with the decorative edges of the flaps.

Sample 3 to be posted soon!

Wedding Invitation Sample 1

So my friend's getting married this summer.  As my gift to her, I will make her wedding invitations.  The fine print though says I will use whatever supplies I have on hand, which she agreed with.  And since her wedding theme is pastel florals, it shouldn't be a problem.  For projects like this, I typically make a few designs, then I let the celebrant pick from the selection.

For this project, I decided it will be a square tri-fold invitation, with a white base and pastel accents.

This is the first design I made.

Senitment:  Fiskars
Embossing Folder:  Anna Griffin
Dies:  Spellbinders

I love Spellbinders dies for my wedding invitation projects.  They are just elegant looking.

When opened, there will be a pocket for inserts.

Be back for invitation sample 2 soon!

Workable

This move to my new craft space made me realize how much craft tools and supplies I have.  And it also made me realize how much stuff I have hidden in the nook and crannies, forgotten I actually have them.  I am still trying to figure out the best way to store them, in the most economical way possible.  

For now, I have to have a working desk so I can continue doing some projects.  This will do for now.

   

Speaking of which, I am making wedding invitations for a friend getting married this summer.  That will be my priority for what little free time I have.

I am excited.